Author: Catlin Cox

Opioid-induced nausea affects up to one-third of patients and often leads to treatment failure. Learn which antiemetics work, which are dangerous, and how to manage nausea safely without increasing overdose risk.

Bisphosphonates are highly effective for preventing osteoporosis fractures, but a rare risk is jaw necrosis. Learn the real chances, how to reduce it, and why skipping dental care is more dangerous than taking the medication.

Pharmacists, doctors, and specialists working together reduce dangerous medication side effects, cut hospital visits, and improve patient outcomes. Learn how this team approach works-and how you can use it.

The time you take your medication can significantly impact how well it works and how many side effects you experience. Learn which drugs need strict timing, why your body's internal clock matters, and how to reduce risks without changing your prescription.

Variceal bleeding is a life-threatening complication of liver cirrhosis. Learn how endoscopic banding, beta-blockers like carvedilol, and prevention strategies can stop bleeding and save lives.

Switching from brand to generic drugs can save money, but it's not always straightforward. Learn what to expect, when it's safe, and when to ask for the brand name instead.

Learn why taking prescription medicine with food or on an empty stomach matters - and how to get it right to avoid side effects and ensure your meds work as they should.

Serious adverse events from generic drugs are underreported due to unclear manufacturer identification and systemic gaps. Learn how to report correctly, why it matters, and what’s being done to fix the system.

Botox for migraine is a proven preventive treatment for chronic migraine sufferers who haven't responded to oral medications. It works by blocking pain signals at the nerve level, reducing headache days by up to 50% for many patients.

Pharmaceutical prices vary wildly across countries. The U.S. pays the most for brand-name drugs but has the cheapest generics. Learn how Japan, Canada, and the UK keep costs low-and why Medicare’s new negotiation program could change things.

The FDA has issued multiple drug safety alerts in 2025, including major updates on opioids, ADHD meds, and Alzheimer's drugs. Learn what these warnings mean for patients and how to stay safe.

E-prescribing reduces handwriting errors but introduces new transcription mistakes due to system incompatibility. Learn the six proven strategies to prevent these errors and keep patients safe.